SENIOR MANAGER, ENGAGEMENT INITIATIVES
THE OPPORTUNITY
United Way Winnipeg is a provincial leader in community impact, dedicated to improving lives and advancing the common good. Supporting a network of over 125 Agency Partners, programs and initiatives, United Way Winnipeg brings together individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and governments to tackle society’s most pressing challenges.
At the heart of United Way Winnipeg’s mission is a commitment to building a stronger, more equitable community where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.
Guided by a bold vision and driven by measurable results, United Way Winnipeg serves as a trusted partner to individuals and organizations who share a passion for making a difference. Together, we fight for the health, education, and financial stability of every person in our community.
Our Mission
Our mission is to improve lives and build community by engaging individuals and mobilizing collective action.
Our Vision
Our vision is a thriving community where everyone can reach their potential.
We strive passionately for these ideals. It’s our promise to the community that we will invest resources where they’re needed most and where they’ll do the most good—and that volunteers from the community will be involved every step of the way.
United Way Winnipeg’s work is making our community a better place for everyone.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Manager, Engagement Initiatives, is responsible for United Way Winnipeg’s engagement programs, including workplace engagement, Youth United, Koats for Kids, and Speakers Bureau. This role leads the Engagement team to provide meaningful, and often team-based, community experiences to the employees of our workplace partners.
Reporting to the Director, Strategic Initiatives, this role:
- Oversees a team of Engagement Managers and Associates
- Leads planning and continuous improvement for the engagement programs
- Oversees an evaluation framework for the engagement programs.
- Liaises with other departments to ensure that the team has the relationships and resources they need
- Facilitates learning experiences for workplace partners
- Ensures high-quality services to workplace partners, agency partners, and volunteers
- Liaises with national and international United Way engagement programs for shared learning to ensure that United Way Winnipeg remains cutting edge.
QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE
You are a collaborative team leader with experience in the social services or community development sector who is passionate about connecting people to community impact. You also possess the following qualifications or an equivalent combination of education and related experience:
- Five years related experience and/or a relevant post- secondary degree including:
- Leading community-based programs and volunteers
- Experience providing leadership to multiple projects and/or teams
- Demonstrated ability to problem-solve
- Understanding of the issues facing Winnipeg’s social service community
- Experience in research and evaluation
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills; facilitation experience is an asset
- Genuine passion for creating positive change in Winnipeg through meaningful engagement and collaboration
- Ability to learn and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, changing environment
- Direct staff supervision experience is an asset
BENEFITS
United Way Winnipeg offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a rewarding career! We offer excellent benefits, including:
- Company paid Health and Dental Coverage
- Defined Benefit Pension Package with Company Match
- Generous Paid Time off and Holiday schedule
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth
- Flexible hybrid work arrangements to support work life balance
HOW TO APPLY
United Way Winnipeg is committed to achieving and maintaining a workforce that reflects the demographics of the communities we serve. Applicants are asked to self-declare.
We are committed to providing an inclusive, barrier-free work environment, beginning with the hiring process. Individuals applying for employment with United Way Winnipeg may request accommodations at all stages of recruitment and employment from the People & Culture team. All information received as it relates to accommodation will be kept confidential.
Please include a resume with your application. The closing date for this opportunity is February 28, 2025.
To apply, please visit our website or click Apply today!